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Shopping in Alonissos Island - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Alonissos 2011 Olive oil is a good traditional souvenir you can bring from Alonissos. Greeks have been using this product for several thousand years and they produce it masterfully. Olive oil is a product which every Greek has on his kitchen. You can find it in 1-litre plastic bottles, 3 or 5 litres jerrycans or gift packages in the shape of amphorae or famous Greek characters. The best one is cold-pressed Extra-Virgin Olive Oil with the low acidity level. The second place goes to Virgin Olive Oil. Pure Olive Oil is produced with the addition of refined oil which is better used for frying but not for salad seasoning.
Guide to Alonissos Island sightseeing - things to see and to visit
The picturesque island of Alonissos lies in the center of the Alonissos Marine Park. That's an amazingly beautiful place that attracts nature lovers and beach goers. Alonissos is the only … Open
Natural soap based on olive oil is very popular on Alonissos and in Greece. You can find it in souvenir shops, pharmacies and local supermarkets. The soap is not expensive and it has a lot of smells: from coffee to mint. Shampoos, lotions, creams and scrubs based on olive oil are also sold here. You should buy these products in pharmacies or specialized shops. However, it is cheaper on markets, but you can't be sure about product composition.
However, olives are not only used in oil production. You can find fresh olives in local markets and canned olives in supermarkets. They are sold in many variations here. Olives don’t differ in quality but have different taste. Try them during your holiday and then buy the olives which you liked most. Olives have a long shelf life and they are not expensive, so you can bring them home. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Family holidays with kids in Alonissos Island. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Alonissos is a small peaceful island in the Sporades group. There are not many tourists because the earthquake in Chora in 1965 slowed down the development of tourism. Despite the fact that … Open
Be sure to buy at least one bottle of retsina. Look for it in the refrigerators of local supermarkets, but not on the shelves with wine because it is served chilled. Local wine has a pleasant taste and it is sold here in many variations. You can try homemade wine in local taverns. Local cognac Metaxa, anise vodka ouzo and grape vodka grappa are extremely popular on the island. Sweet teeth will be happy to get baklava, nougat or lokum. Pay your attention to local chocolate sweets which are sold by weight.
Alonissos is a picturesque island, it attracts artists from all over the world. Masters and beginners come here to capture amazing views. So, you can buy original works at a reasonable price. Pay your attention to fur products, local lace and embroidered napkins, towels and tablecloths. You should know that big pictures sold at a low price are not handmade items, they are made in China.
Cuisine of Alonissos Island for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
Despite the fact that there are only about 3000 inhabitants on Alonissos, you will easily find many catering establishments here. Locals can't imagine their life without an evening in a … Open
Matopetra is a popular souvenir too. This souvenir is well-known among superstitious people. It is believed that this stone protects from the evil eye. Komboloi is a famous Greek accessory. It is a local variant of beads. It is twenty beads strung on a solid thread. Komboloi is not a cult object, it is usually used for a game. The material of the item shows the social status of a person. Komboloi is made of different materials: wood, polymer clay and even precious and semi-precious stones. You can also find jewellery shops on Alonissos. Jewellery is made in a unique Byzantine style which is used only in Greece.
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Shopping in Rhodes is associated with fur and leather items. You can buy inexpensive stylish stuff at local factories. As in other cities, you can buy clothes of European brands at affordable prices in local shopping centers. The most popular stores are Zara, H&M, Benetton, and Mango. It’s worth to buy souvenirs in Rhodes. Most memorabilia contain images of the Kolos of Rhodes, as well as a deer, which is another symbol of the island. Jewelry deserves special attention. Rodos Gold Vogiatzis is one of the largest jewelry stores in Rhodes. … Open
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Designer outlets in Alonissos Island and nearby
♥   Outlet 'McARTHURGLEN factory outlet ATHENS' Building Block E71, Yalou, 19004, Greece, 131.5 km from Alonissos Island. On the map

Shopping advices for the whole region around Alonissos Island

Sporades Island
You can also buy a reproduction of some famous statue or amphora with a black-figure or red-figure painting. A notepad of papyrus or a lamp in the form of an ancient deity can be found in any souvenir shop in the Sporades, like a variety of crafts made of shells and ... Open »
Skopelos Island
There are more than three hundred of cult buildings on Skopelos. It is not surprising that you can find various icons here: from simple patterns to carved images with a framework made of precious metals. You should know that these icons don’t have any cultural ... Open »
Skiathos Island
Komboloi is a famous Greek accessory. It is a local variant of beads. It is twenty beads strung on a solid thread. Komboloi is not a cult object, it is usually used for a game. The material of the item shows the social status of a person. Komboloi is made of different ... Open »
Evvoia Island
Among practical and authentical souvenirs you can buy lace and pottery. The technologies of their production were mastered for centuries and now masters from Evvoia are famous in many countries in the world. One important thing – if you decide to go shopping during ... Open »
Thessalia Region
For sure, there are shopping centers in Larissa which is the capital and largest city of Thessaly region, but they are not so huge like in Athens, for example. Still, during the period of discounts of a summer season, it is quite possible to purchase high-quality ... Open »
Athens
Huge choice of souvenirs and handicraft products is presented on Athinas Street. Here, you will find not only classical commercial pavilions, but also open tents. You can buy everything, from usual magnets and calendars, to unique hand-made crafts and even national ... Open »
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